UK Interior Minister Questions Role Of UN Refugee Convention
UK interior minister Suella Braverman on Tuesday questioned whether the United Nations Refugee Convention was "fit for our modern age" during a keynote speech at a think tank in Washington.
Polish Farmers Warn Of EU Threat From Ukraine Grain
At his family farm, Wieslaw Gryn voiced support for Poland's ban on Ukrainian grain imports, but said it had not reversed a price drop that threatens his livelihood and those of other European farmers.
Home Secretary Faces Uproar Over Entry of Spanish, Neo-Nazi and Far-Right Extremist into Britain
The entry of Isabel Peralta, a Spanish neo-Nazi banned by Germany, into the UK has been contrasted by campaigners to the government's policy on asylum seekers.
Scottish Port Feels Force Of UK Fishing Storm
In Peterhead, a major port in northeast Scotland and Europe's largest wholesale market for white fish, Brexit was supposed to offer "a sea of opportunity" for locals.
Stock Markets Across the G20 Are under Strain as They Face a Host of Challenges
Whilst high interest rates are putting pressure on Western stock exchanges, China and Russia are facing difficulties of their own.
Government Criticised for Rising Food Insecurity in the UK
With 4.2 million children living below the poverty line, Right To Food has arranged a series of marches across the UK to abolish the need for food banks.
UK's Sunak Defends Climate Policy Shift
Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Thursday insisted he was "not slowing down efforts" to tackle climate change, a day after softening green policies aimed at achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Sir Keir Starmer's Meeting With Macron Sparks Debate Over UK-EU Relations and Brexit Demands
The meeting between Sir Keir Starmer and President Emmanuel Macron, scheduled for Tuesday, is expected to revolve around the post-Brexit landscape and the potential for renegotiations with the EU.
Record-Breaking Petition Opposes New 20mph Speed Limit in Wales
On September 17, 2023, Wales became the first UK nation to implement a default 20mph speed limit on most residential roads across the country.
Edinburgh Tram Report Speaks of 'Poor Management And Abdication Of Responsibility'
Nine years after the initial public inquiry was launched, a 961-page report exposes the truth behind the years of delays and huge overspending.
Labour vows to renegotiate Brexit deal, Keir Starmer pledges
Although unclear if the EU would be willing to renegotiate the accord, Starmer's pledge is likely to prove popular with many Labour voters, who have been critical of the current Brexit deal.
UK to consider banning single-use vapes over concerns of children's health
Recent research found that more than five million single-use vapes are being disposed of in the UK every week, which is a fourfold increase from 2022.
Over 10,000 more jobs to go at UK's Wilko after partial rescue fails
Distribution centre operations are expected to shutter on Friday, with "the majority" of its 886 remaining employees made redundant then.
This Morning team pay heart-breaking tribute after the sudden death of popular guest, Matty Lock
The "delightful" teenager regularly appeared on the show to review vacuum cleaners, which he had been obsessed with since the age of two.
UK Offshore Wind Industry faces setback as developers shun latest auction
The offshore wind sector has been grappling with substantial cost increases, prompting developers worldwide to either withdraw from projects or seek renegotiations.
London businesses wary as Vehicle Pollution Toll Zone expands
Days ahead of the controversial expansion of London's road charging scheme for the most polluting vehicles, businesses in the British capital remain wary despite the mayor unveiling further subsidies.
Push for Ministerial financial transparency after Sunak's code breach
A breach by Rishi Sunak prompted demands for ministerial financial openness. The standards commissioner's ruling establishes a precedent for greater transparency, according to Labour MP.
Fears of further delay to UK's post-Brexit border checks
Britain is expected to confirm that it will once again delay introducing post-Brexit border controls on food and fresh products coming from the European Union, the Financial Times reported Thursday.
Driving Economic Growth Through Affordable Mini Digger Hire: An Unexplored Catalyst
Exploring the potential of budget-friendly mini digger rentals as an untapped driver of economic expansion.
London mayor unveils new support over road pollution charge
London's mayor announced Thursday increased financial support for owners of more polluting vehicles impacted by his contentious extension of a daily charge when driving them in the British capital.
UK to issue 'hundreds' of new oil, gas licences in North Sea
The UK government said Monday it would issue "hundreds" of new oil and gas licences in the North Sea to secure energy reserves while still aiming for net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Government's climate policies must be implemented 'proportionately and pragmatically' – Sunak
The current government climate strategy outlines policies and proposals for decarbonising all sectors of the UK economy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
Latest travel news from Amsterdam could leave tourists disappointed
Amsterdam is one of the most popular holiday destinations across Europe.
Fears for UK 'green' policies after shock by-election result
Contentious plans by London's mayor to extend a scheme taxing the use of the most polluting vehicles were being blamed Friday for costing his opposition Labour party Boris Johnson's old parliamentary seat.
'Strong trade unions' necessary says Starmer to Unite Policy Conference
Speaking at the 2023 Unite Policy Conference, the Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer referred to the importance of the TUC's recent victory at the High Court.
Sunak's ruling conservatives brace for defeat in UK by-elections
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservatives braced for defeat in three by-elections across England on Thursday, as the ruling party looked set to suffer an electoral backlash over the UK's ailing economy.
Illegal Migration Bill set to become law after government survives final challenges from the House of Lords
The end of the stand-off between peers and MPs paves the way for the bill to receive royal assent, with the bill seeking to address one of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's five stated priorities.
Starmer explains Labour's core purpose to remove barriers to opportunity across the UK
The Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has explained that Labour's core purpose is to remove barriers to opportunity that hold back Britain's potential.
Bank of England warns of rising mortgage payments and potential struggles for UK households
The Bank of England warns that nearly one million UK households will face higher mortgage payments due to rising interest rates, potentially impacting financial stability.
UK water crisis pollutes privatisation legacy
Britain's biggest water supplier staving off renationalisation, trains derailed by strikes and consumers suffering huge energy bills -- the nation's vital sectors are mired in chaos decades after their controversial privatisation.